by fhcadmin | Sep 29, 2025 | Canadian Cancer Society, Cancer, Our Impact, Stories, Women
Jennifer Stewart first joined Federated Health Charities in 2021 as a member of the OPS Advisory Council, as she felt a deeply personal connection to the work of the many health charities they support, in particular the Canadian Cancer Society, after facing her first... 
by fhcadmin | Mar 17, 2025 | Cancer, Educational, Health, Health Hints
Radon is a serious health risk that can affect any home. With over 3,000 radon-related lung cancer deaths annually in Canada, it’s crucial to take this threat seriously. This invisible, odorless, and tasteless gas is released naturally from the ground as uranium... 
by fhcadmin | Nov 19, 2024 | Cancer, Educational, Health, Lung Health Foundation, Lungs
For over a century, the Lung Health Foundation has been a beacon of hope for individuals affected by lung disease. Did you know that one in five Canadians is impacted? This includes nearly 4 million people with asthma, over a million who may not know they have chronic... 
by fhcadmin | Oct 15, 2024 | Canadian Cancer Society, Cancer, Charities, Educational, Health, Research, Stories, Women
October is Women’s History Month: Read how Federated Health Charities support female-led research in diagnosing cancer using Artificial Intelligence. The Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) is funding groundbreaking research that will standardize cancer diagnosis globally.... 
by fhcadmin | Jul 30, 2024 | Cancer, Educational, Health
(A personal story from a young cancer sufferer) Joseph Neale’s voice is clear and soulful. So, it’s hard to believe that he has had two-thirds of his right lung removed after being diagnosed with lung cancer at 20. The talented singer-songwriter began complaining... 
by fhcadmin | May 17, 2024 | Canadian Cancer Society, Cancer, Charities, Our Impact, Stories
For more than 80 years, the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) has worked to improve the lives of people affected by cancer through research, advocacy, education and support services for people with cancer, their families, friends and caregivers. The Canadian Society for...